PDF | International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity. 2014:11/79, 2014
Moran, M., Van-Cauwenberg, J., Hercky-Linnewiel, R., Cerin, E. and Plaut, P.
Abstract
While physical activity (PA) provides many physical, social, and mental health benefits for older adults, they are the least physically active age group. Ecological models highlight the importance of the physical environment in promoting PA. However, results of previous quantitative research revealed inconsistencies in environmental correlates of older adults’ PA that may be explained by methodological issues. Qualitative studies can inform and complement quantitative research on environment-PA relationships by providing insight into how and why the environment influences participants’ PA behaviors. The current study aimed to provide a systematic review of qualitative studies exploring the potential impact of the physical environment on older adults’ PA behaviors.